Passport to Israel Program

A partnership between families, the Jewish Federation of Omaha, and area synagogues to provide resources enabling students to participate in Israel peer experiences as part of their Jewish education.

Geographic Scope: Omaha/Council Bluffs metropolitan area

Eligibility:

• Students must be in kindergarten through 8th grade
• Families must be in good standing with one of the area synagogues
• Families in the Omaha/Council Bluffs metropolitan area

Program Structure:

• Families make annual contributions to a dedicated account
• Jewish Federation of Omaha and affiliated synagogue provide matching funds according to specific guidelines
• Families may withdraw their own contributions at any time
• Withdrawals other than for approved Israel programs make those funds ineligible for matching contributions
• Program has specific guidelines for approval of Israel programs

Contact:

• Mark Kirchhoff
• Phone: (402) 334-6463
• Mail: Jewish Community Center Passport to Israel Program, 333 S 132nd Street, Omaha, NE 68154

Application Process

1. Complete two forms (download before completing):
   • Program Participation Agreement
   • Bank Account Application
2. Prepare a check between $150-$250 as described in the program description document
3. Mail the following items to:
   • Jewish Community Center Passport to Israel Program
   • 333 S 132nd Street
   • Omaha, NE 68154
   • Program Participation Agreement
   • Bank Account Application
   • Check ($150-$250)
4. Direct questions to Mark Kirchhoff or phone (402) 334-6463